What does the cryptic crossword clue "Early stage in imagination (7)" mean?

The definition is "Early stage". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). IN (synonym of "in") + FANCY (synonym of "imagination"); definition: "Early stage" The answer is INFANCY.

Early stage in imagination (7)

Times Cryptic #28766 | 10 Across | 2023-11-21 flower

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